Director of Discharge Planning

Job Description

Balance Life & Work with a New Career Opportunity

LONG TERM CARE)

SHORT TERM REHAB)

SKILLED NURSING)

SUB ACUTE CARE)

Now Hiring - Discharge Planner-Newton, MA

CareOne at Newton

The Discharge Planner is responsible for assisting patients and residents with a safe discharge plan.

• Assumes a caseload as assigned by the Administrator.
• Assesses a caseload from admission to discharge and develops discharge plans and documents interventions and pertinent information in medical record on a timely basis.
• Participates in Resident Care Conferences to assist in the implementation of care plans.
• Assists residents and families with adjustments which follow initial placement.
• Encourages Resident participation in facility activities.
• Identifies and documents changes in affect, behavior or personality. Advises the appropriate personnel.
• Refers resident / family to community services or makes contact when needed.
• Intervenes in all resident conflict situations as necessary.
• Develops discharge plans for caseload and coordinates all discharge planning in accordance with that policy and procedure.
• Collaborates with outside agencies / resources to develop supplementary services for residents (including arranging psychiatric consultations and therapies).
• Arranges appropriate team meetings and family meetings.
• Attends community workshops, professional conferences and professional organizations for the purpose of continuing education and maintaining good relations with the community.
• Services as a resource person to residents, staff and families. Provides information on an on-going basis.
• Participates in the annual evaluation of work performances.
• Provides in-services to the facility.
• Attends department staff meetings.
• Participates in community meetings / affiliations related to special care needs of current caseload.
• Other Duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education

Certification / Licensure :

Currently licensed as a nurse in the state of practice.

Experience :

Preferred in health care and / or geriatric setting

About Us

The CareOne mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to Maximizing Patient Outcomes. We treat Residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our Centers and Communities. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for Residents, families and our valued employees.

We are proud to Offer :

If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide. We have a graciously appointed facility with strong belief in patient care and service; join us at our beautiful facility!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO / AA / M / F / DV